Perindopril (CED0003244)

Perindopril is an organic compound with the chemical formula C19H32N2O5 and an average molecular weight of 368.47 g/mol. Perindopril belongs to the amino acids, peptides, and analogues, a subclass of carboxylic acids and derivatives within the organic compounds. In terms of biological activity, the compound has two recorded protein targets, acting as an inhibitor of Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) and Secreted frizzled-related protein 4 (SFRP4). The compound is found in or released from 18 recorded sources across multiple sectors. Within healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and veterinary products, it is associated with ACE inhibitors, lipid modifying agents, and medical devices. Other identified sources include electrical and electronic equipment—specifically batteries, capacitors, printed circuit boards, wires and cables, and cell phones—as well as synthetic textiles, carpets, and rugs. Additionally, it has been recorded in lubricants from the energy, oil, and gas sector, food packaging from the food, food processing, and cookware sector, and drinking water from the drinking water and water supply sector, among three other sectors. Recorded exposure routes for perindopril include oral, inhalation, and touch.